FortiGate 90G Series QuickStart Guide

The Essentials

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GUI Setup

1. Connect Port 1 to an Ethernet port or USB-RJ45 Ethernet adapter on your computer using the provided Ethernet cable.
2. Open a browser to https://192.168.1.99.

CLI Setup

1. Connect a console cable (not included) to the Console Port.
2. Open a Terminal app using 9600-8-N-1.

Default Login

• URL: https://192.168.1.99
• Username: admin
• Password: leave blank

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FortiGate Cloud

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FortiExplorer Go

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Package Contents

FortiGate 90G Series (FG-90G, FG-91G)

• 1x FortiGate Device
• 1x QuickStart Guide
• 1x Power Cable
• 1x Ethernet Cable
• 1x DC Power Adapter

Setup

FortiExplorer Go

Steps: Install FortiExplorer Go [➡️] Enable Bluetooth [➡️] Follow the on-screen instructions.

GUI Setup Diagram

Illustrates connecting Port 1 of the FortiGate to a computer via an Ethernet cable. The computer's IP address is shown as 192.168.1.1/24 for static IP configuration.

CLI Setup Diagram

Shows a connection from the FortiGate's Console Port to a Management Computer via a USB Console Cable. Details include default speed (9600), data bits (8), stop bits (1), parity (None), and flow control (None).

FortiGate Cloud Setup

Instructions to log in to https://fortigate.forticloud.com, add FortiGate, and enter the Cloudkey. Diagram shows WAN port connected via Ethernet Cable to the Internet.

Front FG-90G Series Panel Details

Part Numbers: Pxxxxx-11-01 and above

The front panel features several ports and indicators:

• 1. BLE LED: Indicates Discovery mode (Flashing Blue), BLE on (Blue), or BLE off (Off).
• 2. Reset/BLE Button: Press to enable BLE; press and hold for system reset.
• 3. HA (High Availability) Indicators: Green for HA enabled (normal), Amber for HA enabled (failover), Off for HA disabled.
• POWER Indicators: Green for both PSUs functioning, Amber for one PSU functioning, Off for power off.
• STATUS Indicators: Flashing Green for booting up, Green for operating normally, Off for device off.
• 4. Console (RJ45) Port: For CLI management.
• USB (USB A) Port: USB 3.0 server port.
• 5. SFP+ Ports 1 & 2: Shared with X1 & X2. The Link/Act LED (left) shows Green for Link established, Flashing Green for Data activity, and Off for no link. The Speed LED (right) shows Green for 10 Gbps, Amber for 5/2.5/1 Gbps, and Off for 100 Mbps or off.
• 6. FortiLink Ports X1 & X2: Shared with SFP+1 & SFP+2. Link/Act LED: Green (Connected), Flashing Green (Data Activity), Off (No activity).
• 7. Ethernet Ports 1 to 6 and Ports A & B: Link/Act LED: Green (Connected), Flashing Green (Data Activity), Off (No activity). Speed LED: Green (1 Gbps), Amber (100 Mbps), Off (10 Mbps or not in use).
• 8. SIGNED FIRMWARE BIOS Security Level: Controlled by a switch. High: Unsigned firmware blocked (default). Low: Unsigned firmware allowed with a warning. Refer to the Admin Guide for details.

Note: A different part number series (Pxxxxx-10-01 and below) is also mentioned, featuring WAN ports 1 & 2 instead of SFP+ ports for sharing with SFP+1 & SFP+2.

Rear FG-90G Series Panel Details

Part Numbers: Pxxxxx-11-01 and above

• 1. Signed Firmware Switch: Part Numbers: P28786-12 (FG-90G) / P28792-12 (FG-91G) and up.
• 2. Power Input: 12VDC 3A, 100-240VAC 50/60Hz. (Optional redundant power adapter and cable available for purchase).

Part Numbers: Pxxxxx-10-01 and below

• 1. Power Input: 12VDC 3A, 100-240VAC 50/60Hz. (Optional redundant power adapter and cable available for purchase).

Cautions and Warnings

Environmental Specifications

Ambient operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C.

Rack Mount Instructions

Considerations for rack installation include elevated operating ambient temperature, reduced air flow, mechanical loading, circuit overloading, and reliable earthing. Refer to the specific Product Model Data Sheet for detailed environmental specifications.

Safety

• Battery: Risk of explosion if replaced with an incorrect type. Do not dispose of in fire. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations.
• Shock Hazard: Disconnect all power sources before servicing.
• Power Supply: Product is intended to be supplied by a Listed pluggable A via Class I external power supply adapter or a Listed Direct Plug-In Power Unit marked LPS or Class 2, rated 12 Vdc, 3 A.
• Grounding: Ensure proper grounding for equipment connected from outside the building. Use an ESD workstation or anti-static wrist strap. The product has a separate protective earthing terminal on the back panel.

Regulatory Notices

This section provides compliance information for various regions. The primary language for these notices is English, with translations provided for other regions.

• Federal Communication Commission (FCC) - USA: Complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Limits for Class B digital device.
• Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED) - Canada: Complies with ICES-003. Contains licence-exempt transmitters/receivers.
• European Conformity (CE) - EU: Product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. Transmits within 2402-2480MHz, less than 20dBm. Minimum installation distance of 20cm required. Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity is available.
• Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) - Japan: Class B equipment.
• Product Safety Electrical Appliance & Material (PSE) - Japan: Use provided power cord exclusively for this product.
• Bureau of Standards Metrology and Inspection (BSMI) - Taiwan: Compliance information available at https://www.fortinet.com/bsmi. Includes safety precautions and RoHS table information.
• National Telecommunications Commission (NCC) - Taiwan: Compliance statements regarding frequency, power, and interference.
• UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA) - United Kingdom: Complies with Statutory Instrument 1206 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. Transmits within 2402-2480MHz, less than 20dBm. Minimum installation distance of 20cm required.
• Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações (ANATEL) - Brazil: Equipment does not have the right to protection against harmful interference and cannot cause interference.

Full Declarations of Conformity are available via provided links.